Breast cancer has cost seven African countries over 10-billion USD in lost productivity, mostly affecting women in their prime working years. Research at Roche Africa Press Day 2026, shows that every dollar invested in innovative breast cancer treatments generates up to USD 12.40 in economic return. Kenya's EMPOWER initiative, which has helped over 235-thousand women, was highlighted as a model for early diagnosis and care. To further discuss this is Dr. Paul Chilwesa, Head of Policy, Population Health & Health Systems Strengthening at Roche Pharma Africa

Breast cancer has cost seven African countries over 10-billion USD in lost productivity, mostly affecting women in their prime working years. Research at Roche Africa Press Day 2026, shows that every dollar invested in innovative breast cancer treatments generates up to USD 12.40 in economic return. Kenya's EMPOWER initiative, which has helped over 235-thousand women, was highlighted as a model for early diagnosis and care. To further discuss this is Dr. Paul Chilwesa, Head of Policy, Population Health &amp; Health Systems Strengthening at Roche Pharma Africa

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Breast Cancer Costs Seven African Nations Over $10bn in Lost Productivity

Today marks Independence Day in Mauritius, commemorating the moment the island nation gained independence from the United Kingdom on 12 March 1968, before becoming a republic in 1992. Over the decades, Mauritius has built a reputation as one of Africa's most stable democracies and one of the continent's strongest performing economies, known for its financial services sector, tourism industry and strategic role linking Africa and Asia. As Mauritians celebrate both at home and across the diaspora, the day is also an opportunity to reflect on the country's development journey and its partnerships across the African continent.  To discuss the significance of the day and Mauritius' outlook for the future,  Her Excellency Mrs Maria Francesca Mireille Martin, High Commissioner of the Republic of Mauritius to South Africa.

Today marks Independence Day in Mauritius, commemorating the moment the island nation gained independence from the United Kingdom on 12 March 1968, before becoming a republic in 1992. Over the decades, Mauritius has built a reputation as one of Africa's most stable democracies and one of the continent's strongest performing economies, known for its financial services sector, tourism industry and strategic role linking Africa and Asia. As Mauritians celebrate both at home and across the diaspora, the day is also an opportunity to reflect on the country's development journey and its partnerships across the African continent. &nbsp;To discuss the significance of the day and Mauritius' outlook for the future, &nbsp;Her Excellency Mrs Maria Francesca Mireille Martin, High Commissioner of the Republic of Mauritius to South Africa.

Mauritius Marks Independence Day, Celebrating 56 Years of Sovereignty

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has called on Ghanaian leaders to uphold international legal protections that guarantee the rights to equality, non-discrimination, freedom of expression, and privacy for all citizens. This appeal follows the reintroduction of a draconian bill targeting lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals. While Ghana's parliament passed a version of the bill in February 2024, it lapsed without the approval of then-President Nana Akufo-Addo, who maintained that he would not allow the country to "backslide" on human rights. Channel Africa Reporter Sisi Segalo spoke to Researcher and LGBT Rights Specialist at Human Rights Watch Larissa Kojoue about this bill

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has called on Ghanaian leaders to uphold international legal protections that guarantee the rights to equality, non-discrimination, freedom of expression, and privacy for all citizens. This appeal follows the reintroduction of a draconian bill targeting lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals. While Ghana's parliament passed a version of the bill in February 2024, it lapsed without the approval of then-President Nana Akufo-Addo, who maintained that he would not allow the country to "backslide" on human rights. Channel Africa Reporter Sisi Segalo spoke to Researcher and LGBT Rights Specialist at Human Rights Watch Larissa Kojoue about this bill

Human Rights Watch Urges Ghana to Protect LGBT Rights

The United Nations has warned of a humanitarian catastrophe as crises across the Middle East and other regions continue to escalate. The UN's emergency relief chief, Tom Fletcher, says conflict is costing the world one-billion USD a day, even as billions are still needed to save millions of lives. Our reporter, Lebogang Mabange, has more.

The United Nations has warned of a humanitarian catastrophe as crises across the Middle East and other regions continue to escalate. The UN's emergency relief chief, Tom Fletcher, says conflict is costing the world one-billion USD a day, even as billions are still needed to save millions of lives. Our reporter, Lebogang Mabange, has more.

Breast Cancer Costs Seven African Nations Over $10bn in Lost Productivity

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